Wonderboy
Originally released in 1994. Wonderboy is a crime film. directed by Paul Vecchiali.
Starring Fabienne Babe, Sam Djob, and Kader Boukhanef
Synopsis
A reluctant boxer is the focus of this unique French romance. Maurice dreams of becoming a violinist. But his father, a former boxing champion crippled by his bouts, has other dreams for his pudgy but strong 18 year old son. He wants Maurice to become the next Champ. Concerned about his son's lack of machismo, the father arranges a tryst between Maurice and Nora, an aging femme fatale. Unfortunately Nora's jealous husband suddenly interrupts their romantic interlude. Maurice accidently kills the husband in the ensuing scuffle. United by the tragedy, Nora and Maurice eventually fall in love. Maurice is then inspired to become a great fighter.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 30, 1994
31 years ago
Runtime
1h 57m
117 minutes total
User Rating
3.6/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- SFP
- Ultramarine
- Diagonale
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wonderboy about?
A reluctant boxer is the focus of this unique French romance. Maurice dreams of becoming a violinist. But his father, a former boxing champion crippled by his bouts, has other dreams for his pudgy ...
Who directed Wonderboy?
Wonderboy was directed by Paul Vecchiali.
How long is Wonderboy?
Wonderboy has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).
When was Wonderboy released?
Wonderboy was released on November 30, 1994 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Wonderboy?
The main cast of Wonderboy includes Fabienne Babe, Sam Djob, Kader Boukhanef, Rüdiger Vogler.